Following each house showing, the pair would find themselves in the owner’s kitchen, cups of tea in their hands, discussing the day's progress. Potential offers were dissected, and the emotional ups and downs patiently navigated. Pamela wasn't just selling a home; she was helping a friend find her way through an emotional labyrinth. Finally, after a year and a half, “The homeowner finally came to terms and agreed to an offer that was identical to the first one I brought her. At the previous time, she just wasn't ready,” says Smith.
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has announced significant policy changes following a recent settlement. These changes, outlined on NAR’s settlement FAQ page, will take effect on August 17, 2024.
In light of recent cybersecurity incidents within the automotive industry, such as the CDK incident, dealerships are reminded to implement critical steps to protect against potential threats from malicious actors. While complete immunity from attacks is unattainable, there are essential tools that should be utilized.
Last month, closed sales of existing single-family homes statewide in Florida totaled 26,252, marking a slight year-over-year decline of 0.5%. Existing condo-townhouse sales amounted to 10,415, reflecting an 8.6% drop compared to May 2023. Closed sales can occur from 30 to over 90 days after sales contracts are written.
On Wednesday, June 19, CDK Global reported experiencing a "cyber incident" that necessitated the shutdown of all its systems. Despite restoring DMS, Digital Retail, and CDK Phones, including Unify and DMS direct login access by Wednesday afternoon, another incident occurred later that evening, leading to another complete system shutdown. The duration of the outage remains uncertain, and customer service is currently unavailable.
Scientists at the University of Chicago at Urbana-Champaign are employing a novel method to study insect populations. Utilizing suction traps, researchers aim to gather data on various insect species for agricultural research.
Northeast Florida has been known as America’s Logistics Center for decades, with a critical component being the maritime landscape in the region. The area’s connectivity—three major interstates, four railroads, and a world-class international airport system—is strategically complemented by a port system that services the globe and various industries.
PortMiami recently celebrated the launch of shore power, enabling cruise ships to turn off their engines and connect to landside electrical power while docked. This initiative aims to reduce emissions and noise by providing electricity for lights, refrigeration, operating equipment, and other vessel functions when ships are berthed.
Port Canaveral is a world-class, highly efficient deep-water seaport connecting commerce and consumers throughout Florida and the southeastern United States. Located directly on the main Atlantic shipping lanes on the East Coast of Florida, Port Canaveral serves as a unique quadra-modal transportation hub linking sea, land, air, and space with the benefits of easy and efficient highway access, unrestricted air draft, 43-foot deep-water sea access, and multipurpose berthing.
After setting back-to-back record cargo growth at Florida’s seaports, additional economic data continues to show the significant role ports are playing as a major economic engine. Last month, new economic impact studies from JAXPORT and PortMiami revealed that the two seaports now produce $31 billion and $61 billion respectively in economic output, significantly higher than their respective 2019 and 2016 studies. Now, Port Everglades has released its latest report showing $26.5 billion in economic activity and 10,778 direct local jobs – a 12 percent increase for the 2023...
Port Everglades continues to be a significant contributor to the economy locally, regionally, and statewide based on a recently released annual economic impact report. Most notable is the 12 percent increase in direct local jobs, which has a positive cascading effect for the people and businesses who benefit from the money earned and spent by the workers.
The Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) has been honored with a Trailblazer Award by the Ohio-based Transportation Marketing & Sales Association (TMSA) for its Europe-focused marketing campaign in 2023. The campaign, which resulted in increased volumes for JAXPORT’s European trade lane, showcased the port’s innovative approach to marketing and its significant impact on global trade.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Experienced nursing home administrator, Purple Heart Veteran, and Florida Health Care Association member Frederick Taylor has been selected for the Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP) by the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). Taylor is one of 15 DELP scholars chosen nationwide to participate in the program designed to cultivate a diverse group of leaders equipped to take on significant roles within the long-term care profession.
More than 90 high school students explored cruise and cargo operations at Port Everglades during National Maritime Month. The marine industry is vital to U.S. commerce, responsible for 2.3 million jobs annually, according to the Marine Economy Satellite Account.
The Great Lakes Towing Company (GLT), known for its specialized marine services, is introducing a Jones Act compliant breakbulk service from Fernandina Beach, FL to San Juan, Puerto Rico. GLT acquired the 5,800 M/T cargo deadweight capacity, fully enclosed warehouse barge "Crimson Clover" from Crimson Shipping and established a new operating company named Great Lakes East, LLC (GLE). GLE will operate a domestic and international marine transportation service that revives Crimson Shipping’s former business based out of Mobile, AL. However, GLE will load out of the Port of...
The Wall Street Journal stated in a June 9 opinion from its editorial board that factors including excessive litigation have driven up insurance costs for policyholders. However, tort reform measures enacted by Governor Ron DeSantis are helping the state’s insurance market to stabilize.
Jimmy Patronis, Florida’s State Fire Marshal and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), stated in a June 5 video that due to litigation reforms led by State Representative Tom Leek, coupled with Florida’s hurricane preparedness program, insurance prices in the state are beginning to drop.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) today commended Governor Ron DeSantis for signing the Focus on Florida’s Future Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25, which includes a significant Medicaid funding increase to help nursing centers continue advancing quality care through a strengthened workforce.
Following severe weather that impacted North Florida on May 10, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-94, declaring a state of emergency in twelve counties. The counties affected are Baker, Columbia, Gadsden, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor, and Wakulla.